Systems Security Engineer (cleared)

Scottsdale, AZ DEFENSE Full-time Posted Sep 10, 2026
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About this role

General Dynamics Mission Systems is hiring a Systems Security Engineer (cleared), full-time, on-site in Scottsdale, AZ, in the DEFENSE sector.

Basic Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

We are seeking a Systems Security Engineer who has experience in the design and development of NSA-certified Cybersecurity devices. This is not an IT based role.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct trade studies, perform functional system analysis, and develop CONOPS

Analyze, develop and maintain functional and security requirements throughout product development lifecycle

Develop real-time multi-threaded Embedded System security architecture and design using Model-based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and techniques

Collaborate with software and validation engineering teams to deliver Voice over IP solutions

Preferred Skills and Experiences:

Voice over IP

Networking

NSA approved Cryptography/Encryption

Security requirements analysis

Real-Time multi-threaded Embedded System security architecture and development

Model-based Systems Engineering (MBSE)

CISSP certification or similar

Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

We value candidates who possess:

Drive to expand knowledge and experience in designing complex systems

Ability to define project scope, schedule, and expected results

Initiative to complete assignments and ability to engage in technical direction and leadership

Our Commitment to You:

An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development

Research-oriented work with award-winning teams

Competitive benefits package

Please note this position is 100% onsite in Scottsdale, AZ. This position requires an Active Secret security clearance.

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Salary Note
This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Combined Salary Range
USD $124,397.00 - USD $138,003.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

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